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Test CODE	NAME

FGCL

Culture Fungal Skin, Hair, Nail

Methodology:	Culture
Performed:	Sun-Sat
Reported:	1 month Preliminary will be released every week
Specimen Required:	Collect: Skin Scraping, Nails, Hair in a Sterile Container NOTE: Indicate source on sample and requisition Storage/Transport Temperature: Room Temperature Stability: Ambient 2 weeks INSTRUCTIONS: Remove hairs with forceps, scrape skin or scalp scales, clip nails and include keratin scrapings. Cleanse skin with alcohol before scraping. Cleanse feet and hands before collecting nails. Refrigeration is not recommended because it can inhibit dermatophytes. NOTE: This test is not available for New York patient testing. Performing Lab Accu Reference Medical Laboratory
CPT Code(s):	87101